I stared into the sunset seeing the deep red blending into the sky, reminding me of the blood seeping from my hand. I was in shock; I couldn’t even feel the pain. Why, was the only word that I could think of, and it was repeating over and over again in my head. “Why would he betray me?” I quietly mumbled to myself. I slowly bent over and dipped my hands into the stream, watching the drops of crimson spread and bleed into the water. The pain finally registered in my system and I felt stings on my right hand. Although, it was nothing compared to what I was feeling on the inside. Betrayal. It was like feeling everything and nothing at once. Emotions were overflowing in my chest and tearing me apart. But, there also was a deep pit of emptiness …show more content…
It was dusk, which meant I should make a fire soon, and a place to rest for the night. I found a safe and comfortable spot near a large tree. I quickly untied my hip pack and pulled out three sticks, flint, and dried grass from the pouch. I placed the items on the ground and then tore a small piece of animal hide from my clothing. I rushed to the stream to wet the cloth, then carefully wrapped it around the wound on my hand and tied it. This would keep my wound clean for a while, and stop further …show more content…
I proudly watched the fire grow as I added the extra twigs to it. Once I was sure the fire was big enough, I removed my quiver, hip bag, and cape, then sat close to the fire. Heat radiated from the flames and warmed me up. I lay down and looked up. I saw glittering stars filling the vast dark emptiness. My eyelids grew heavy and I felt sleepy. I needed rest and was almost about to fall asleep. However, I knew what would happen if I did, and I was trying to not remember. I had locked away my memories for a while, trying to forget them, but now my mind felt numb and drowsy. You couldn’t avoid your thoughts for long, for they were always with you. Here they came. The memories arrived in huge tidal waves and I went crashing down, drowning in the sea of the past. A war had begun between two villages and chaos was everywhere. The chief of my village gave me a very important mission. I had to go rescue the children that were kidnapped and held as hostage. The chief, Oracio, gave me his most prized possession, a copper ax if I needed to kill the enemies. He also told me that the children were taken to a place up high in the mountains. I understood why the other village would attack our children first. I heard their mothers crying every night for their childern and their husbands who went off to battle. The people in the war are not the only ones who get hurt in the war; everyone they left behind is suffering
their families who have suffered from war's visible and unseen effects. Some are still suffering to this day. The issues and ramifications which constitute their suffering will be examined in this
The effects of war can be tough on a soldier, especially when they are reintroduced into society, just like Henry my new nephew had a tough time dealing with the effects of war. War is ugly and brutal for both sides. When a soldier comes back from war with no injuries, it does not mean that they perfectly health. No matter what the physical or mental problem a soldier has we still need to understand that they are human and need help
The book “Fahrenheit 451,” by Ray Bradbury, is about a man, Guy Montag, who has a job burning books. When he realizes how twisted the world he lives in is, he tries to change it, although he doesn’t really succeed. In the novel, the author uses the metaphor of fire to make the narrative more interesting. When the author uses a fire metaphor, it often seems very exciting and dramatic. Additionally, they are used to show emotion. The metaphors also make the novel feel more violent.
In conclusion, war ruins a multitude of lives; nevertheless, it affects not only the lives of the veterans but everyone who surrounds them. Guilt, shame, and regret fill the empty voids that are left within them. When going to war an individual expects to kill someone, although, the physical act of killing another person takes an emotional toll on a person. Various veterans return suffering from PTSD and without a cure.
In the start of Fahrenheit 451, Montag’s thoughts are that fire is good for society. He burns books for a living, and never thought twice about doing his job. That is until he meets characters such as Clarisse, Beatty, and the academics. Montag’s understanding of the nature of fire changes as he becomes enlightened through his relationships.
There you stand over the body of a fallen friend, a brother or sister in arms. You are asking yourself why them, why not you? What could have I done to save them? That is when you wake up, sweating, panting. It was just a night terror, yet it feels the same as the day they died, even though it has been ten years. This is just one of the many emotional scars soldiers of war face. Though why do we go to war when this is the cost? For many it is because they are unaware of the psychological cost of war, they are only aware of the monetary cost. Tim O 'Brien addresses the true cost of war in The Things They Carried. O 'Brien suggests that psychological trauma caused by war impedes daily life in young Americans drafted into the Vietnam war. He does
...nessed, feared, or caused death and injury will be left troubled for a time, and many will suffer depression, aggressive impulses, alcoholism, or the nightmares and mood swings of post-traumatic stress disorder and those who suffer have every right to help and support with their psychological burdens from friends and family. Emmett Hughes was able to return to a seemingly normal civilian lifestyle with his niece Samantha’s help. But to imagine what he had to go through beforehand, to destroy human life against one’s own will simply for the sake of someone with more power than you telling you that you have to. The after effects of war are damaging, sometimes inevitable, and for the most part crippling. But as our soldiers continue to be viewed as pawn pieces for causing pain and destruction on others and the American government continues to dictate that they must.
The Civil War, World War I, the Vietnam War, World War II, and the conflict in the Middle East are all wars that have been fought over the difference of opinions, yet come at the cost of the soldier 's fighting them; Humans killing other humans, and death is just one of the many emotional scars soldiers of war face. Why do we go to war when this is the cost? For many it is because they are unaware of the psychological cost of war, they are only aware of the monetary cost or the personal gains they get from war. Tim O 'Brien addresses the true cost of war in "The Things They Carried". O 'Brien suggests that psychological trauma caused by war warps the perception of life in young Americans drafted into the Vietnam War. He does this through Lieutenant
Fire is also referenced throughout the book as a symbol of destruction, connecting to the theme of change, but when preventing change. When one thinks of fire, they think of destruction that is the meaning conveyed from the man-made fire in the book. The fire in the society is used to burn books but on another level, it is linked to the destructive ways of the society. When looking at the women in his society, Montag sees “these women twisting in their chairs under his gaze, lighting cigarettes, blowing smoke, touching their sun-fired hair and examining their blazing fingernails as if they had caught fire from his look. Their faces grew haunted with silence” (Bradbury 92). The fire represents how the ways of the society are killing its citizens,
Altho somewhat similar the two stories are very different in many ways. The first story is called “Mystery of Heroism” by Stephen Crane and the other one is “To Build a Fire” by Jack London. Both of the books are part of the short story genre and realism stories. The author's purpose for writing the “Mystery of Heroism” is to tell a story about a brave man who went to get water for a dying man. The purpose for writing “To Build a Fire” is to tell about a man and his dog and how he tried to fight the below freezing temperatures to stay alive. Both authors use realism because they want to tell real stories about people and how they had to overcome struggles in their lifetime. These two stories have similarities but they are way more different than anything else. One of the stories is about a man who has to overcome fear to get water for a man.
The war destroyed and put an end man's life. It destroyed people in physical and even the emotional. These soldiers with major injuries will hold them all back from what they love to do most and what they w...
A faint twinge of excitement floated through my body that night. A hint of anticipation of the coming day could not be suppressed; yet to be overcome with anxiety would not do at all. I arduously forced those pernicious thoughts from seeping in and overcoming my body and mind. I still wonder that I slept at all that night.
..., but no trace of tears. I suppose, then, your heart has been weeping blood?’” (344).
Even when the war is over, it leaves behind some serious repercussions for people to deal with. War veterans need both psychological and physical care due to the impact of war. Soldiers and civilians who had live through war often witnessed terrible things, which can leave deep emotional scars. Most of them developing psychological problems if not proper psychological care is given. Civilians have to deal to the devastating after effects of war, which includes destroyed and damage to infrastructures
It is the right time when the temperature drops down. For campfire night is the right time to celebrate with your friends and your loved ones. There are many newly developed adventurers are offer a forest camping and beach camping ideas. Without campfire the adventure camps will not be completed rightly. Popular destinations for camping by the river and the destination surrounded by the hills are the perfect location for campfire night with your friends. For an adventurer campfire night, you want to drive up to nearest hills and tag your friend’s then stay overnight around the fire. Apart from that, the weekend gateway also offers a chance to plunge in many outdoor activities and campfire night by the lake. You can also enjoy the campfire adventurers with best pals and folk dances. High hills and its scenic views define a perfect adventurer for a campfire night with your loved ones. A pleasing sea side location is also one of the best destinations for making campfire nights. For all the heritage lovers a campfire night in a peaceful destination would be a fascinating experience. Some kind of special destinations offers an extensive view of the valley and also a great location for campfire.